Description
This Air Fryer Roast Beef recipe delivers a perfectly cooked, flavorful beef roast with a crispy exterior and tender, juicy interior. Seasoned with garlic, rosemary, and spices, it’s an easy and efficient way to prepare roast beef using an air fryer for a quick, delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2-3 pound beef roast (top round or sirloin)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s hot and ready for cooking the beef roast evenly.
- Mix Seasonings: In a small bowl, combine minced garlic, chopped rosemary, salt, black pepper, onion powder, and smoked paprika to create a flavorful herb and spice mixture.
- Prepare the Beef: Rub the beef roast evenly with olive oil, then coat it thoroughly with the herb and spice mixture, pressing gently so the seasoning sticks well on the surface.
- Cook the Roast: Place the seasoned roast in the air fryer basket. Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 15 minutes to sear the outside.
- Reduce Temperature and Continue Cooking: Lower the air fryer temperature to 360°F (180°C) and cook for another 17 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 130°F (54°C) for medium-rare doneness. Adjust cooking time for your preferred doneness using a meat thermometer.
- Rest the Roast: Remove the roast from the air fryer and let it rest for 10 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute for a tender and juicy roast.
- Slice and Serve: After resting, slice the roast thinly against the grain and serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Temper the Roast: Remove the beef from the refrigerator about 30 minutes before cooking to allow it to reach room temperature for even cooking.
- Adjust Cooking Time: Larger roasts over 2 pounds will need increased cooking time; monitor the internal temperature with a meat thermometer.
- Seasoning Variations: Substitute rosemary with thyme or oregano for different herb flavors. Add a splash of Worcestershire sauce for extra umami depth.
- Use an Instant Read Thermometer: To ensure perfect doneness, use a meat thermometer to check internal temperature accurately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
